Branded Graffiti

Street artists join forces with brands for an ironic twist on fashion

Implications - Graffiti used to be a form of self-expression and commentary; now, it may be a commercial force to be reckoned with. Recognizing the cultural phenomenon of graffiti, major brands—especially footwear brands—are collaborating with popular and infamous street artists on designs, providing customers with items that speak to rebellion, individualism and expression. The purpose of graffiti may never have been to sell products, but that is exactly what it’s doing.

Reebok has dropped another pair of Basquiat-inspired kicks. The artwork of the legendary graffiti-artist-turned-neo-impressionist-sensation has spawned the Basquiat Reebok Pump Omni Lite and they look… [More]

Graffiti artist Stash has hooked up with Sebago to put his own unique touch on the Beacon Boot. The Stash Sebago & Beacon Boot is designed with a paint-splashed upper panel, paying tribute to Stash's graffiti… [More]

Sneaker culture is synonymous with the urban, and it's not uncommon to see street art in shoe advertisements, but Adam Haynes brings a certain creativity to the concept that is uncommon. I mean, have you… [More]

The Levi’s x MOCA Trucker Jackets were created to commemorate the Levi’s Film Workshop that is taking place at The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) as part of the Art in the Streets exhibit… [More]

The new Nike Artist Collection for 6.0 'Just Do It' creatively features a variety of shoes and t-shirts that were designed in collaboration with four artists including Jonathan Gray, Brent Rollins, Ben… [More]